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Form of workThe Staff Development Scientist, Development Science - Microbiology for Beckman Coulter is responsible for developing new and updated assay formulations for our Gold Standard Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing (AST) platform.
This position is part of Development Science located in Sacramento, California and will be hybrid. At Beckman Coulter, our vision is to relentlessly reimagine healthcare, one diagnosis at a time.
You will be a part of the Development Science team, you will initially be reporting to the Director, Development Science who is responsible for the consumable product development and post launch sustaining activities for Microbiology. If you thrive in fast paced and innovative role and want to work to build a world-class development organization- read on.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
- Be part of the Development Science team developing new and updated assays used for antimicrobial susceptibility testing as part of a systems platform including interactions between software and instruments.
- Prepare reports and technical presentations
- Lead process improvement and problem-solving activities
- Mentor others with respect to clinical microbiology as it relates to antimicrobial susceptibility testing
The essential requirements of the job include:
- Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Microbiology, or related discipline with 10+ years of experience OR Masters' Degree with 8+ years of experience in field OR PhD with 4+ years of experience OR PhD with secondary doctorate degree, also related to discipline, with 2 year experience.
- Experience in antimicrobial susceptibility testing
- Experience with an interdisciplinary range of laboratory techniques associated with antimicrobial susceptibility testing.
- Experience with interactions between microorganisms and antimicrobial agents especially with respect to microbial resistant mechanisms
It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:
- Working with breakpoint setting organizations e.g., CLSI and EUCAST
- Clinical application of antimicrobial agents with respect to patient treatment
At Beckman Coulter Diagnostics we believe in designing a better, more sustainable workforce. We recognize the benefits of flexible, hybrid working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers, no matter the work arrangement. This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement in which you can work part-time at the Company location identified above and part-time remotely from your home. Additional information about this hybrid work arrangement will be provided by your interview team. Explore the flexibility and challenge that working for Beckman Coulter Diagnostics can provide.
When you join us, you'll also be joining Danaher's global organization, where 80,000 people wake up every day determined to help our customers win. As an associate, you'll try new things, work hard, and advance your skills with guidance from dedicated leaders, all with the support of powerful Danaher Business System tools and the stability of a tested organization.
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